About the role
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Who we are:</strong></p> <p>Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable. For the first time ever, safety, operations and finance teams can manage their drivers, vehicles, equipment, and fleet related spend in a single system. Combined with industry leading AI, the Motive platform gives you complete visibility and control, and significantly reduces manual workloads by automating and simplifying tasks.</p> <p>Motive serves nearly 100,000 customers – from Fortune 500 enterprises to small businesses – across a wide range of industries, including transportation and logistics, construction, energy, field service, manufacturing, agriculture, food and beverage, retail, and the public sector.</p> <p>Visit <a href="http://gomotive.com">gomotive.com</a> to learn more.</p></div><div> <h3><strong>
About
the Role:</strong></h3> </div> <p>As Senior Manager, People Operations, you will lead the strategy, design, and execution of scalable people programs that support Motive’s global workforce. You will oversee core employee lifecycle operations and shared services, strengthening processes, systems, controls, and service delivery across People Operations. You will report into the VP, HR.</p> <p>This role is ideal for an experienced People Operations leader who can translate business needs into practical, scalable solutions; lead complex cross-functional initiatives; and build an exceptional employee and manager experience in a fast-paced, global environment.</p> <p><em>The ideal candidate will be located in the Mountain or Pacific Time Zone.</em></p> <h3><strong>
What You'll Do:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Establish the operating model and strategic priorities for People Operations&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead and develop the global People Operations team, and own the strategy and end-to-end delivery of a consistent, engaging onboarding experience across regions.</li> <li>Design and implement a tiered support model (for example, self-service and knowledge base, Tier 1 and Tier 2 specialist teams, and escalation to HR Business Partners and Centers of Excellence), defining the roles, workflows, handoffs, and escalation paths for each tier.</li> <li>Lead complex, cross-functional programs spanning employee lifecycle operations, HR systems, payroll,
benefits, compliance, and policy administration.</li> <li>Own the People compliance program, keeping policies, processes, documentation, and controls current, audit-ready, and consistently applied.</li> <li>Design scalable processes, service standards, controls, and performance metrics that improve accuracy, efficiency, and employee experience.</li> <li>Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team while setting clear goals, allocating resources, and planning for future capability needs.</li> <li>Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, IT, and external vendors to resolve complex operational issues and drive informed decisions.</li> <li>Use people data and operational insights to identify opportunities, recommend improvements, and communicate progress to senior leadership.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>
What We're Looking For:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>8+ years of experience in People Operations, HR shared services, HR operations, or a related field.</li> <li>5+ years of experience leading People teams, managers, or global operational functions.</li> <li>Experience designing and scaling global HR operations across multiple geographies and employee populations.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of HR systems, payroll,
benefits administration, compliance, and employee lifecycle processes.</li> <li>Experience leading complex, cross-functional programs from strategy through execution.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to establish operational metrics, strengthen controls, and use data to guide decisions.</li> <li>Sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and levels.</li> <li>Proven track record of identifying opportunities to apply AI and automation to reduce manual work, improve the employee experience, and scale People Ops programs.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Pay Transparency</strong><br>Your
compensation may be based on several factors, including education, work experience, and certifications. For certain roles, total
compensation may include restricted stock units. Motive offers
benefits including health, pharmacy, optical and dental care
benefits, paid time off, sick time off, short term and long term disability coverage, life insurance as well as 401k contribution (all
benefits are subject to eligibility
requirements). Learn more about our
benefits by visiting<a href="https://www.comparably.com/companies/motive/
perks-and-
benefits"> Motive
Perks &amp;
Benefits</a>.<br><br>The
compensation range for this position will depend on where you reside. For this role, the
compensation range is:</span></em></p></div><div class="title">United States</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$133,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$183,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><em>Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is one of Motive's core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.&nbsp;</em></p> <p><em>Please review our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;<a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X9AbvQHki8zZCyjDjip1g0NtdZHcykJc/view?usp=drive_link" target="_blank">here</a>.</em></p> <p><em>UK Candidate Privacy Notice <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nqdWTJ7WJJikhj1Yhlo4jxDRA_6yXZbd/view">here</a>.</em></p> <p><em><span id="m_-8012333603671085849gmail-docs-internal-guid-8821a356-7fff-42cb-93df-e4c910033371">The applicant must be authorized to receive and access those commodities and technologies controlled under U.S. Export Administration Regulations.&nbsp;</span>It is Motive's policy to require that employees be authorized to receive access to Motive products and technology.&nbsp;</em></p> <p><em>Regarding US-based roles, depending on your role and primary work location, Motive Technologies, Inc. (“Employer”) discloses candidates may be required to execute a non-compete covenant with the Employer. This requirement does not apply to lawyers, interns, or employees working in CA, MN, MT, ND, OK, or where otherwise prohibited by law.</em></p> <p><em>Non-compete covenant terms in all other jurisdictions will be subject to the applicable statutory
requirements, including but not limited to, procedures, industry related prohibitions, or salary and
compensation thresholds.</em></p> <p><em>All job postings are for existing vacancies. Please note; some interviews or new-hire training sessions may be held in person at one of our global offices.</em></p></div>
About Motive
Motive develops technology that connects and automates physical operations for businesses across various industries. The company provides a platform that combines telematics, fleet management, compliance tools, equipment monitoring, and AI-powered safety solutions. Its products help companies track vehicles, monitor driver behavior, automate workflows, and ensure regulatory compliance through real-time data and analytics. Motive also offers integrated solutions for spend management and maintenance, enabling businesses to control costs and improve operational efficiency. The platform supports diverse sectors including trucking, construction, oil and gas, and agriculture by centralizing data and enabling actionable insights. Through automation and visibility, Motive helps organizations optimize asset utilization and enhance decision-making in day-to-day operations.
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Job details
Salary
$133,000 - $183,000
Location
Remote
Funding
Total raised
$717M
Last stage
Series F
Investors
Founders
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